When I go diving on vacation I want an experienced dive guide who knows the area well and is a good balance of kind, conscientious, attentive, and safety-minded—and Mike from Hilo Scuba Diving checks every box. From the moment we met, it was clear he genuinely cares about both his guests and the ocean. He kept a close but unobtrusive watch throughout the dives. He pointed out things I would have missed and shared interesting insights that showed his deep connection to the area.

What really stood out was how calm and professional he was. Mike handled everything with ease and confidence. I felt totally at ease the whole time. This was easily the best dive experiences I’ve had in Hilo and that’s thanks in large part to Mike. If you're diving in Hilo, you want him as your guide. Hopefully his schedule works to meet on the leeward side of the island next weekend …